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Hildene

1005 Hildene Rd, Manchester, VT 05254
802-362-1788
Ranked #1 of 13 attractions in Manchester
5.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Ski/ Snowboard Areas, Concerts, Gardens, History Museums
Activities: Skiing
Owner description: Historic home of Robert Todd Lincoln, only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. The estate has beautiful gardens,...... more » Owner description: Historic home of Robert Todd Lincoln, only child of President and Mary Todd Lincoln to survive to adulthood. The estate has beautiful gardens, restored 1903 wooden Pullman palace car, goat farm and cheesemaking facility, walking trails and cross-country skiing in winter. « less
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Cambridge, Massachusetts
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

Who knew that Robert Todd Lincoln had a home in Manchester VT? And that is comes with a fully restored Pullman Co. railroad car. And a fantastic view! Don't miss Hildene which has a lot of history about Abraham Lincoln's only son to survive to adulthood and his descendants, who lived in the house until 1975, but left no heirs.... More

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Baldwinsville, New York
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

A must see, expect to spend at least 2 or more hours. Great historical exhibits More

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Hopewell Junction, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Spent a morning touring the house and grounds at Hildene. A nice gem that we didn't realize was so close. Plenty of original and authentic history throughout the house. Renovated Pullman car was fun to walk through. More

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Holland, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Well restored and interesting self guided tour with a great gift shop. More

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Have you seen the restored rail car or the new baby goats? You must see both. Wonderful experience. You can also hike on the trails. More

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Albany, New York
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Robert Todd Lincoln's historically preserved summer home in the beautiful Green Mountains. A must see for historical buffs, lovely preserved and visitor friendly. Lots to see, trails to hike and farms on the huge estate. More

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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

This place was built by Robert Lincoln. It is a self guided tour but a guide is on hand to answer questions. The grounds are surreal. There is now a refurbished Train car on the grounds. Great place for a family with small children as there is also sheep and other small animals they can enjoy and the town of... More

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Hartford, Connecticut
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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My second visit to Hildene, home (briefly) for Robert Todd Lincoln. A great piece of property, that has been restored with great care. The grounds, home and exhibits all come together for a good 2 hour visit. They have one room dedicated to Abraham Lincoln with artifacts, including one of his stove pipe hats and a mirror from his bedroom... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

If you are a history buff, this is a must see, the staff takes you around the grounds, explaines everything, it is worth the time to go see. More

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Massillon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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Lincoln family history that most have forgotten. The personnel who run this amazing place are fantastic and truly helpful in so many ways. If you are not interested in history you will still love this place. More

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